支部長清心館メルボルン支部は、オーストラリア南部ビクトリア州にある道場です。ゴールドコーストで稽古を続けたブラント支部長（当時弐段）によって平成16(2004)年に開設されました。現在では約15名の会員が在籍しています。年齢層も広く、初めて居合に触れる初心者から長年鍛錬を続ける上級者まで、各自のレベルや目的に合った稽古を続けています。
メルボルン支部の特徴は、「自分で考えながら稽古をする」というスタイルです。業の一つ一つを深く理解し、ただ教わるだけでなく、自ら考え試行錯誤を重ねることで、技術だけでなく心も磨いていきます。時には的を外した意見や提案が出ることもありますが、それも稽古の一環ととらえ、まずはやってみることを大切にしています。こうした自由で主体的な学びの姿勢が、メルボルン支部の稽古をより実りのあるものにしています。
稽古では、抜きつけ、斬り下ろしといった基本動作を大切にしながら、段階的に応用できることを増やしていきます。初心者には基礎から丁寧に指導し、徐々により高度な業に進んでいきます。
日々の稽古はブラウント道場長はじめ、数名の高段者が交代で元立を務めて行っています。道場に数名の高段者がいるという恵まれた環境の中、それぞれの持ち味を生かした演武指導を行っております。
メルボルン道場には仕事やプライベートで大変忙しい会員が多く、なかなか毎週の稽古には参加できない会員も多いですが、できるだけ多くの稽古に参加できるよう、スケジュールを調整して自分のペースで取り組んでいます。「自ら考え、自ら磨く」をキャッチコピーに、できる範囲で居合を楽しんでいます。
Seishinkan Melbourne Branch was founded in 2004 by Branch Manager Nathan Brunt (then 2nd Dan), who began his iaido training at the Gold Coast Dojo before establishing the Melbourne Dojo. Today, the branch has around 15 active members of various ages and backgrounds, ranging from complete beginners to senior practitioners who have trained for many years. Each member pursues training at their own pace, following their personal goals and experience level.
One of the defining characteristics of the Melbourne Branch is its unique training style, which encourages members to “think for themselves while they train.” Rather than simply following instructions, students are encouraged to analyze each movement carefully, explore different approaches, and refine their techniques through trial and error. At times, some suggestions or interpretations may differ from standard practice, but they are valued as part of the learning process. By first attempting and then reflecting, members gain a deeper understanding of both the techniques and the spirit of iaido. This open and self-directed approach creates a dynamic and enriching training environment.
Training sessions focus on the core fundamentals—including nukitsuke and kirioroshi—while progressively introducing more advanced techniques and applications as students develop their skills. Beginners receive step-by-step instruction starting from the basics, while experienced members continue to refine their form and understanding as they advance toward more complex techniques.
Daily training is supported by Branch Manager Alex Blount together with several senior-ranked practitioners, who rotate in leading demonstrations. Having multiple senior instructors present provides students with valuable opportunities to learn different perspectives and styles, enriching their overall experience of iaido.
Many members of the Melbourne Branch lead busy professional and personal lives, which sometimes makes regular weekly attendance challenging. Nevertheless, students strive to adjust their schedules as much as possible, attending training at their own pace and maintaining consistent practice whenever they can. This flexible approach allows members to balance iaido training with work, family, and other commitments, ensuring steady progress over time.
Members enjoy training at Melbourne dojo under independent thinking.
| 支部名 Branch Name |
清心館メルボルン支部 Seishinkan Melbourne Branch |
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| 流派 Name of Sect of Iaido |
無雙直傅英信流 Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu |
| 支部長 Shibucho |
ブラント ネーサン Nathan Brunt |
| 道場長 Dojocho |
ブラウント アレックス Alex Blount |
| URL | https://www.seishinkan-iaido.org/dojos/ |
| 稽古 Practice location |
水曜日 20:00〜22:00 Wednesday 8pm-10pm
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